Receiving unsolicited calls about Medicare can become overwhelming as you near 65, with some people reporting up to 50 calls a day. These calls often come from blocked, unknown, or spam-labeled numbers. However, there are effective measures you can take to minimize...
In a significant update for 2024, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has enhanced the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program by integrating more Medicare Part D options. This initiative, driven by OPM’s encouragement earlier in 2023, aims to...
The Department of Veterans Affairs has recently made a landmark announcement: every World War II veteran is now entitled to comprehensive VA health care and nursing home services without any cost. This includes all individuals who served at any time from December 7,...
If you are a veteran, you may have access to VA Medical Benefits or Tricare, depending on the duration of your military service. Knowing how VA Medical Benefits and Tricare work with Medicare is very important. It’s just as important to know how each work with...
Understanding How Your Insurance Covers Prescription Drugs Whether you have your health insurance through FEHB, Tricare, Medicare, Affordable Care Act, or a spouse’s group plan, prescription costs can be a concern. If you take any medication, it is important to know...
What is IRMAA? IRMAA stands for income-related monthly adjustment amount. An IRMAA is applied to a Medicare beneficiary’s Part B and D premiums based on their modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) from their income tax return of the previous two years. If a...